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Welcome to the 90th North Atlantic Regional Conference. From the time you click in between March 4 - 7, 2021, this will be a regional conference like none other you have attended. And it is the first of the sorority’s regional conference season. The North Atlantic Region will lead with a high note as we virtually enter Philadelphia; the City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection. So tune up now for “Exemplifying Excellence with Perfect Pitch in Philly.”

With your help, we will sound the right note as we convene to conduct the business of Alpha Kappa Alpha, honor our members who have done outstanding work and learn from each other. You can expect the plenary sessions to be informative and inspiring. And we hope you will take advantage of the engaging workshops and forums offered to support strengthening your chapter operations. After we work hard, we will celebrate the laurels we have won and honor those sorors whose work has been outstanding. We especially pay tribute to our Diamond, Pearl, Golden and Silver Sorors.

The host sorors of Cluster II have shown great flexibility in preparation for your arrival, first planning for an in-person experience and then deftly pivoting to the virtual world. You can look forward to a whole new way of experiencing this regional conference. We have built in mindful moment breaks and interactive activities to keep you engaged. The NAR Kurrency is back and will take the form of points gained on the “Leaderboard” that you may redeem for fun giveaways and discounts in the vendor area. Another benefit of this virtual conference is the ability to visit the site and selected content until April 4, 2021.

In spite of all that has occurred over the past program year of 2020, we have persevered and made an impact in the communities we serve. Let’s continue to lead with a high note as we realize the vision of Madam Supreme Basileus, Glenda Glover through the Exemplifying Excellence Through Sustainable Service Program. I thank you in advance for joining me and the Host Sorors of Cluster II as we all blend our voices to achieve Perfect Pitch in Philly!

Leading With a High Note,

Mary Bentley LaMar

Agenda


Conference Agenda Schedule At A Glance

THURSDAY, MARCH 4, 2021

Ongoing

Diamond, Pearl and Golden Soror Chat

Ongoing

NARC Office (Information Desk)

Ongoing

Vendors Open (Closed During Plenary)

Visit The NARC Service Projects Booth

Regional Service Projects

10:00 a.m. – 10:10 a.m.

Vendor Ribbon Cutting

10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Diamond, Pearl and Golden Soror Lounge

11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Pop Up Dance Break: Line Dancing

2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

First Time, New & Reactivated Soror Forum

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

General Members Meeting, Delegate Election and Meet and Greet

3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Workshop Facilitators and Recorders Meeting (date & time subject to change)

4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Basilei and Graduate Advisor Town Hall

4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Regional Committee Meetings

6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Regional Prayer Call

7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Public Meeting

8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Public Meeting Reception

10:00 p.m.

NARC Steering Committee

FRIDAY, MARCH 5, 2021

Ongoing

: Diamond, Pearl and Golden Soror Chat

Ongoing

NARC Office (Information Desk)

Ongoing

Vendors Open (Closed During Plenary)

Ongoing

Chapter Exhibits

5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Diamond, Pearl and Golden Soror Lounge

6:00 a.m. – 7:00 a.m.

AKAtive Morning Start: Pilates & Cardiopalooza

9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

1st Plenary Session

12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.

Diamond, Pearl, Golden, Silver Celebration

2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

2nd Plenary Session

4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Constitution & Bylaws Forum

5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Finance Forum

7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Regional Director’s Jam Session (By Invitation Only)

8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Step, Stroll and Singsational

SATURDAY, MARCH 6, 2021

Ongoing

Diamond, Pearl and Golden Soror Chat

Ongoing

NARC Office (Information Desk)

Ongoing

Vendors Open (Closed During Plenary)

Ongoing

Chapter Exhibits

Visit The NARC Service Projects Booth

Regional Service Projects

6:00 a.m. – 7:00 a.m.

AKAtive Morning Start: Pilates & Cardiopalooza

7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.

EAF Celebration

8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Workshop Session I

10:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.

Workshop Session II

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Diamond, Pearl and Golden Soror Lounge

12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Undergraduate Celebration

2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Legacy Parade

3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

3rd Plenary Session

6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Awards Gala

8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

After Party

SUNDAY, MARCH 7, 2021

9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Ivy Beyond the Wall Tribute

10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.

Ecumenical Service

11:00 a.m.

Vendors**

3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Cluster II Appreciation Meeting

 

* Subject to Change

** Available on conference platform through April 4, 2021

Sponsors


Platinum



Bronze



Special



Contributors

Supporters

Soror Sanderal S. Brown 

Ms. Charisee Lillie 

Soror Patricia Massey 

Soror Theresa Massey 

Soror Lorina Marshall-Blake 

Soror Kimberly McLurkin-Harris 

Soror Carolyne Wright Hopkins 

Dr. Ansley LaMar 

Soror Regenia Moore-Lee 

Soror Arlean Leland 

Soror Lavdena Orr 

Mr. Ishmael Shahid 

Soror Nichell Watson Sumpter 

Soror Lu-Shawn Thompson 

Ms. Sharmain Matlock Turner 

Soror Sandra E. Waite 




Soror Yasmine Bell Allen 

Soror Adrienne R. Benton 

Soror LeKeita Deneen Carter 

Ms. Andrea Custis 

Ms. Dawn Holden 

Soror Gia Lana James 

Soror Cordell Johnson 

Soror Dana Marie Lucas 

Soror Joy S. Lucas 

Soror Angela M. Parks 

Soror Elicia Pegues Spearman 

Soror Dianne Lorraine Stalling 

Soror Emmylynn L. Taylor 

Soror Mary Taylor-Acree 

Dr. Elynn Jo Waller

 

 

 

Conference News & Updates

Please make note of the following updates.

  • Conference Opening: The North Atlantic Regional Conference will officially open at 9:00 am on Thursday, March 4, 2021.
  • Conference Hash Tags: Use the following hashtags to show your love for the 90th North Atlantic Regional Conference: #NARC90, #PerfectPitchInPhilly, #AKANARC2021, #AKANAR1908, #LeadingWithAHighNote
  • Diamond, Pearl and Golden Soror Lounge: Calling All Diamond, Pearl and Golden Sorors! Join us in the Lounge at 10 am on March 4th and 5 pm on March 5th for some sistership and fun!
  • Sistership Chats: Look for the special chat rooms for Undergraduates and Diamond, Pearl and Golden Sorors! (Please note: Chat rooms are not private!)
  • Regional Service Projects: Visit The NARC Service Projects Booth to join our regional community service projects.
  • "Philly15" Discount Code: The Vendors and Exhibit Hall opens at 10:00 am on Thursday, March 4. You can connect with the vendors via their website, social media platforms or zoom. This information will be displayed at their booth. Don't forget to ask participating vendors about the “Philly15” Discount Code!
  • Invite Your Family & Friends: Invite your family and friends to join us for the Public Meeting, Public Meeting Reception and Ecumenical Service on the region's YouTube page!

 

 

Conference Tour

Frequently Asked Questions

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Once you register, you will receive a link to connect you into our virtual conference platform. Intuitive and interactive, this will not be just another Zoom call!

Once you enter our virtual Conference Lobby, you will find an Information Desk where your questions are answered. Next, feel free to check out our Exhibit Hall where you will have the chance to visit booths of our Conference Sponsors and partners to learn more about their fabulous offerings. Just don’t be late to the Auditorium. That’s where you can review the Agenda and enter the Keynote and breakout sessions.

In addition, each registered attendee will be given a digital briefcase. Collect information, presentation decks, and video links throughout the event; then simply email them to yourself at the end of the Conference so you have all the notes and information right at hand.
No there is no requirement for downloads or Flash. The fair is 100% mobile-friendly and works on all modern browsers, all you need is access to the internet.
No a webcam is not required in order to participate.
Yes. Like any physical event, you can add all of the documents available to the online swag bag in your account and then email them to yourself by simply entering your email address.
Send an email to tech@vfairs.com for any technical assistance.